Podcasts about power of networking

Networking can open up unexpected opportunities for both personal and business growth, and is my own favorite marketing tactic. So I am excited to introduce my guest on this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast, Tynesha Dice, founder of the Innovative Design Group, who has a passion for building brand strategies and WordPress websites. Tynesha shares her journey from a corporate sales background to entrepreneurship, revealing her methods in effective networking and the importance of genuine relationships.Join us as we delve into the process of building a business through connections, the challenges of transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship, and the critical elements of a successful marketing strategy. Tynesha emphasizes the importance of ongoing learning, resilience, and believing in one's offer as key components to long-term business success.GUEST RESOURCESTyneshia Dise is a digital marketing professional who has 20 years of experience in sales and marketing. As the founder of The Innovative Design Group, she has built a team of creative experts specializing in web design and content creation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyneshia-d-3a855a15bhttps://theinnovativedesigngroup.comhttps://www.facebook.com/TheInnovativeDesignGroupClehttps://www.instagram.com/innovativedesign_cle BE IN CHARGE >> TAKE ACTION >> GET RESULTSConquer Your BusinessJoin us on FacebookLinkedInInstagram

Networking gets a bad rap, sometimes for good reason. It can feel awkward and uncomfortable to attend a networking event, talk to new people, and try to build genuine relationships from the ground up. But networking can also be extremely helpful for building a professional community, breaking into a new company or industry, and moving your career forward. Tune in this week for a conversation all about how to do networking in a way that feels good to you and helps you achieve your goals.   In this episode you'll learn:   The reason networking feels so bad sometimes. How to network in a way that feels good instead. 3 key networking mistakes to avoid.     Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.korilinn.com/196

Podcast Show Notes – Episode 186 | 07.23.2024 Episode Title: The Key to Success   Episode summary introduction: Sean Barnes welcomes Claudia Thompson, who delves into the mindset of having connections, offers an overview of BNI, and discusses the value of networking. They explore leadership in networking, transitioning from sales to leadership, advocating for your team, and finding mentors. Claudia emphasizes asking for help and team autonomy, while Sean shares the biggest lesson for entrepreneurs.   Key Moments 0:00 - Claudia Thompson: The mindset of I have someone for this 0:16 - Sean Barnes: Introduction and guest welcome 0:42 - Claudia Thompson: Overview of BNI 7:32 - Sean Barnes: Value of networking and building connections 10:26 - Sean Barnes: Leadership in a networking environment 17:11 - Sean Barnes: Transitioning from sales to leadership 22:21 - Sean Barnes: Advocating for your team 30:51 - Sean Barnes: Finding mentors and sponsors 42:16 - Claudia Thompson: Asking for help and team autonomy 44:38 - Sean Barnes: Biggest lesson learned for entrepreneurs   Key Takeaways Networking groups like BNI can provide both business growth and personal development opportunities, such as enhancing public speaking skills. Effective leadership in a networking environment requires a high level of emotional intelligence and adaptability to manage diverse personalities and evolving team dynamics. Overcoming imposter syndrome and ego involves continuous self-investment, seeking mentorship, and embracing feedback to foster personal and professional growth.   Guest: Claudia Thompson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudiathompson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudiayankee/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/claudiaconnects/?hl=en     Host: Sean Barnes Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/ YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15

In this month's episode of Tap'd Talks HR, Anthony speaks to Ellie Rich-Poole, a recruitment and career development coach, on the importance of HR harnessing the power of networking. They discuss how you can overcome the fear of networking and do it in a way that works for you, and in a way that you will enjoy.

Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals.In this episode, Gareth chats with John Elleson-Hartley, who shares expert advice on mixing & mastering, and chats about the power of networking to nurture professional relationshipsHost: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique Connect with Gareth Mixing, Mastering & Coaching with John Elleson-HartleyHelp Musicians | Protect your hearingSupport The Music Room Music Room newsletter

“Make networking a daily occurrence. It's everyday interactions. It's making a good impression early doors and really taking the time to build meaningful relationships and connections.”  In today's episode, we've put our host, James Mitra, into the interviewee seat.  James was recently invited on Alembic Strategy's Strategy Café, hosted by Founder and MD, Nick Mayhew.  If you haven't heard of Alembic before, they're a team of facilitators and coaches working at board level with family businesses, founder-led businesses, private equity and with developing leaders, in the UK and internationally.  Nick and James discuss the unique journey JBM has been on and the key lessons James has learned over the last 11 years of leading JBM.  Episode chapters:  ➡️ Introductions [01:08]  ➡️ The power of networking [04:45]  ➡️ Bringing networking into your day to day [08:20]  ➡️ Starting JBM at age 25 [14:20]  ➡️ Disrupting traditional recruitment [17:40]  ➡️ Dealing with competition [20:15]  ➡️ Changing lives through recruitment [24:50]  ➡️ The mistakes along the way [28:30]  ⛳ Helpful links: ➡️ Follow Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayhewnick/  ➡️ Follow James on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmitra-jbm/?originalSubdomain=uk  ➡️ Find out more about Alembic Strategy: https://www.alembicstrategy.com/  ➡️ Find out more about JBM: https://jbmc.co.uk/  ⭐Enjoyed this episode?⭐️ Keep up to date with all our latest episodes, by hitting the subscribe button on your favourite podcast platform. And for any feedback on what you enjoy the most and ideas on what we can do to make 40 Minute Mentor even better, please leave us a review on https://ratethispodcast.com/40mm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're looking for more confidence and clarity as you ditch the nine-to-five and start working for yourself, you're in the right place. You might have a vision of networking involving stuffy corporate mixers and awkwardly trying to climb the ladder, but what I'm bringing you today is networking reimagined, and it is going to change everything for you.Tune in this week as we dive into the transformative power of networking for mom entrepreneurs. You'll not only learn what real networking looks like, beyond the fake smiles and empty promises, but you'll also learn exactly where to find the most effective places to network, and how to make the most of your networking efforts so you start seeing results quickly.Get full show notes, resources, and full episode transcript here: https://www.jenna.coach/7

In this episode of the Unapologetic Mompreneur podcast, I'm chatting with the amazing Elise Challis all about networking and the powerful ways it can help you get more visible and grow your business – without having to spend hours on social media or a fortune on ads. If like me, you're an introvert and the thought of networking and connecting with others terrifies you, or you've had bad experiences of networking in the past, you're not sure whether it's really worth it or you've thought about going to networking events but have no idea what's involved or how to showcase the best of you and your biz, this episode is for you because Elise is sharing all about her journey to becoming the Queen of networking, the opportunities that networking can bring you and your biz and how to get started so that you can find the right network events for you, enter the room with confidence, start conversations, and make connections with ease.   Co-founder of the Growth Network, Elise has been networking and building online businesses for 5 years and with multiple successful businesses, she knows the most effective do's and don'ts for creating success online. A front-line social worker for 9 years before becoming self-employed, she now uses her skills from her previous professions to help and empower other women in business. Ready to discover the power of networking and how it can help you go from surviving to thriving in your mompreneur journey? Let's dive in! CONNECT WITH ELISE:

I had a great conversation with Registered Professional Landman, Ryan Fairbanks, recently.  We discussed a wide range of topics including what it is like to be an independent landman to how other oil and gas professionals and mineral/royalty owners can benefit from networking with their peers.  Ryan also talks about his podcast, the Landman Pivot Podcast, and how a learning mindset can prepare us for whatever is next in life. As always, links to the resources and how to connect with Ryan can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.

Welcome to a life changing episode of "The Child Care Business Coach," where we dive into the impact of the people around us on our professional and personal lives. Join us as we explore the essential truth that our life's results are the culmination of who we spend our time with. Discover strategies to foster valuable relationships that can catapult your child care business to new heights.In this episode, we also highlight the critical importance of participating in industry events. Learn how attending the right gatherings can provide unique opportunities for growth, learning, and collaboration.Don't miss out on your chance to join like-minded professionals at our upcoming Child Care Business Summit! It's the perfect place to connect with peers, gain insights, and push your business forward. Ready to expand your network and accelerate your business growth? Click here to purchase your summit tickets now! www.childcarebusinessprofessionals.com/2024summit ---Feel free to adjust the content as needed to better fit your style or the specific details of the episode!

Send me a text!Welcome back! In this episode, host Kristina reflects on her recent attendance at the Dinner Series in California, organized by Chris and Lori Harder, highlighting how their network has profoundly impacted her journey. Key takeaways include the critical role of meaningful follow-ups and insights on approaching networking with a heart of service.Additionally, Kristina emphasizes balancing travel with nurturing a local community for sustainable growth. She discusses the benefits of connecting people within your network, even if there's no immediate personal gain, showcasing how service-oriented networking can lead to incredible opportunities.Tune in as Kristina also teases exciting changes coming to this podcast, aimed at delivering more value and making stronger connections! Stay tuned for next week's episode for an exciting announcement about the podcast's new direction!Links For You:Glōci Code for 15% Off (available for US-based customers only) - KRISTINA.ENTREPRENEURFollow Kristina on InstagramFollow The Social Snippet on InstagramFor Your Information:• Host your podcast on Buzzsprout!• Text JOIN to 8550908-4688 for social media tips right to your phone• Join our favourite scheduling platform LaterDon't forget to come say hi to us on Instagram @thesocialsnippet, join the Weekly Snippet or follow us on any social media platform!Website . Instagram . Facebook . TikTok . Linkedin

Do you cringe when you hear the word “networking”? For many people it can feel like an ingenuine process of making connections based on our needs or desires. And, having been on the receiving end of those interactions at least once, we know we do not want to use that approach. In this episode of the Career Confidante, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes Berta Medina, a speaker and coach. Berta teaches listeners tools for genuine networking and how to ignite interest. With a unique, heart-focused process, she shows how you can acquire prospects to build your business, keep loyal customers, create brand ambassadors, advance your career, or speed up your job search with the power of networking.

Mark Oreschnick, a MedTech industry leader and the founder of Evolve Engineering, shares his journey of nearly 30 years in engineering and leadership, starting in aerospace before landing in the medical device industry. With a passion for mentoring and helping startups, Mark discusses the importance of right-sizing staff and systems for success. This conversation not only showcases the human side of technology, but also highlights the power of networking and building relationships for personal and professional growth. Guest links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-oreschnick-82367a8/ | marko@evolve-engr.com | www.evolve-engr.com | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14248328/ Charity supported: Feeding America Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at podcast@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host: Lindsey Dinneen Editing: Marketing Wise Producer: Velentium   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 032 - Mark Oreschnick [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. [00:00:50] Welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey and I am so excited to introduce you to my guest today, Mark Oreschnick. Mark is the founder, owner, and president of Evolve Engineering, LLC. With over 25 years working in and leading engineering and operations in small, such as four employees, to large, such as 15,000 plus employees, companies, he has gained valuable experience he will use to complete your project as efficiently as possible. Mark's career has focused on developing products, processes, people, and businesses. Mark, thank you so much for being here. I cannot wait to talk with you all about what you're doing and your background. So thanks for joining today. [00:01:36] Mark Oreschnick: Thank you. I'm happy to be here. [00:01:39] Lindsey Dinneen: Wonderful. Well, I would love if you wouldn't mind starting off by sharing just a little bit about yourself and your background and maybe what led you to MedTech. [00:01:47] Mark Oreschnick: Okay. I've been an engineer and leader for nearly 30 years. I started in the aerospace industry in college, and while I was an intern, I was offered a full time position to work as an engineer for my last year of college. So I did full time school and work, which I think very much set me up for my life in startups because I was sleeping about two and a half hours a night. [00:02:15] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh my word. [00:02:16] Mark Oreschnick: So, after that, I just kept having bosses challenge me with a variety of different projects. I've designed and built buildings for two different companies, automated. Equipment doing 16 million packages in four months, shipping out of a company, totally different industry and 20 years ago, coming this Valentine's day, I started the medical device industry. So, I'm coming out of my 20th anniversary right now. And within the medical device industry, I've been in really large and really small companies, both on the operations and manufacturing side and the R&D side. And I'm currently working with my seventh startup. So that's, like I said, the world of startups I've really enjoyed. [00:03:02] And now I've moved into consulting full time, and I'm working with startups as a fractional CTO. So I'll put together their technology roadmap, help build their R&D team, work with the founder on what I've learned from my experience. What are the good things to do? What are the bad things to do? And how to right size your staff and your systems to be successful. [00:03:26] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, that's incredible. Well, thank you for sharing about that. It's so much fun to see how little bits of threads throughout your career kind of interweave, and then all of a sudden they've produced this really cool thing. And that's now you doing this on your own and consulting. And I just love hearing about that. Several things just stood out to me and I'm curious. Okay. So, so you said you sort of set yourself up for success by being like full time college student, full time working at the same time. And then yes-- so can you start by: where did this drive in this passion come from, because clearly your work ethic is astronomical and wonderful, so maybe start there. [00:04:11] Mark Oreschnick: I would say it comes from my parents. Definitely did not grow up on the rich side. So everything that we had in our lives, we worked hard for. And I learned that if I wanted something, I needed to go out and get it. So, I think that was a good attitude that my parents put into me. And then they also, I won't say over expected things from us, but it was more, if you say you're going to do it, you're going to do it, figure out how to get it done. Just live up to what you say you're going to do. And that I think automatically put a drive behind me to just, all right, and you offered me a full time job. I'll be successful at it, but I'm graduating. So I got to be successful there and I'll just figure out how to make it happen. [00:04:59] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. And then you alluded to the two and a half hours of sleep a night. I hope that's still not the case moving forward. [00:05:08] Mark Oreschnick: No, it's better than that now, but I've had 24 hour days as things come up throughout a career, and it's, you do what you need to at that point for your company and to get things done or you're having a team work extra hard. You get in there, you work with them, make sure that they're getting the support they need and they know you're there for them. So, sometimes it's insane. Other times you get to relax a little bit, but that's also, like I said, the life of a startup, you have your big pushes and then you get to relax for a little while and then you hit your next push. [00:05:47] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, so true. It seems like you have quite a passion for helping startups in particular, and you obviously also have your own entrepreneurial bent and endeavors. And so where did the interest in helping startups in particular come about? Because I know that's a, can be a different skillset in terms of you often wear a lot of different hats and you end up pitching in so many different ways. So, so tell me about your heart with startups and entrepreneurship. [00:06:17] Mark Oreschnick: Someone who has now become one of my best friends, we, my very first medical device job, I worked with him and when I left to go to another company, we looked for a position for him to join me. There wasn't a good fit, but a couple of years later, he went to a startup, which he had already been in startups previously, and asked me to come over and work with him there. And I came in, I saw that I could do a lot of things to help people. And that's kind of been my career also is how can I help people do things easier, better, just make their life easier. So if I saw a gap where there wasn't someone to jump in, I just jumped in and filled it. And that's what you do in a startup and it just really worked with my attitude of, I get to help a lot of people because, today I'll work on documentation with the quality side, next week I'll go build a fixture for production and whatever was needed at that moment. It let me get that joy of helping people. [00:07:23] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh [00:07:23] Mark Oreschnick: And that's ... If you get joy out of everything you do in work, it makes going to work really nice. [00:07:29] Lindsey Dinneen: That is so true. I love that. That is so true. And so, you know, then you also have the skill sets to be able to help in lots and lots of different ways. And one common theme as I've been doing some of these interviews is that it seems like having that generalist background-- I mean, obviously you're highly specialized as an engineer. You're incredibly incredibly gifted and talented in that way. And you've built that skillset, but then you also have the opportunity to draw from multiple different industries that you've been a part of. So how has those various other kinds of influences in your life maybe contributed to your success now? [00:08:13] Mark Oreschnick: I would say one of the ways that definitely benefited me a lot was getting into a non technical industry. The industry where I did the packaging automation and built my first building is called Consumer Fulfillment. Literally at that time, you were getting in buckets of mail, manually sorting it, data entering information into a computer, typing in UPC codes, like not technical, not anything like that. But it made me look at that world in a big picture format. And how could I help the process and make things flow from department to department much easier. And I just had to step back and kind of, all right. By making this process easier, I'm helping on the finance side. By making this less labor intensive, we have less workman comp. [00:09:14] And it was just, what affects each piece of it? And as you kept digging deeper and deeper, you got to learn what the IT group did and how they could change the software to make it better. You'd figure out what the shipping companies are doing. We actually figured out how to load semis and make sure that the addresses were in the order of the post offices that they were going to. So the last bag onto the mail truck was the first bag that they took off. And we built that into our computer system so the trucks could drive direct and never have to backtrack or unload extra things. So it's just, you have to start looking at that big picture and you got to learn about every department to see how they all work together and make sure everyone's efficient, not just your little group. [00:10:05] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Well, and I love that approach. Being able to look beyond maybe what you feel like is the daily task or the task most important at hand and have that zoomed out view of, okay, this isn't just important for the success of this one department. It affects everybody else. And I love that. So now in your current role and in your current business with Evolve Engineering, you get to have that more eagle eye perspective again. Is that true? So when you're coming in, you're able to help? [00:10:36] Mark Oreschnick: At the beginning, yes, if it's a new founder, and there tend to be two new founders that I've met lots of. They've, almost all of them have never been in a startup before. So that's a common theme. And they either come from not within the medical device industry or from a very large company within the medical device industry. So changing the mindset and getting real expectations and real realistic goals and budgets is where you kind of start with that. So I work with them to talk about, here's how much you can expect to spend on this project. Here's how long it's really going to take. [00:11:21] If you're from a big company and you're still having five different computer systems that are managing your inventory and your sales and everything else, we're going to be running on QuickBooks and Excel, and that's what we're going to live by. Because if you want to put those systems in, you're going to hire 20 people to manage those systems rather than 10 people to get the product out the door. And get this design finished. So it's teaching them to just have a total different mindset about everything. And still knowing how all those systems have to work together. But trying to get it down onto the micro, basic scale, rather than going on to buying a great enterprise system, but we're not actually going to sell anything for five years, so we don't really need it. [00:12:15] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. Yeah. Yeah. Thank you for sharing a little bit about the two different types of these startup leaders that you're encountering. And I'm wondering, so part of your role, it sounds like, is not just getting into the very specific nitty gritty details of the actual company operations and technology and whatnot, but it's also having a little bit of this even broader range of, how do I help you as the leader develop the skills and priorities that you need to. So it sounds like you're in a, you're in a very Diverse mentorship kind of role in addition to like, let's get down to the nitty gritties, but you're also helping them develop those skill sets. Yeah? [00:13:00] Mark Oreschnick: Yep. That's my goal is to help them become a good leader of a startup and understand what it takes. And I met with a doctor who had found me on LinkedIn about his company. And I wasn't sure exactly what he wanted, but as we were talking through things, I told him, "if you plan on being the CEO, we are going to figure out what day you fire yourself from that position." I said, we will do it to save money in the beginning, but you're a doctor. Be a doctor. Let's bring in a professional CEO when we get to the point where you stop saving the company money and possibly cost us money." And, he didn't want to be the CEO. [00:13:43] So it wasn't a conversation that had to be had, but trying to put the mindset of, you're a great inventor, kick me out of my job, become the company CTO, drive development once we get to that point. I'm totally fine with that because it's the best for the company and it'll get us to the sale of the company or commercialization spending the least amount of money and getting there as quickly as we can. So being part of it's, be open, have those conversations with people and do that type of mentorship in the beginning. And if somebody said, "no, I'm going to run this thing until the end, I'm going to be the greatest CEO." I probably know from the beginning, I'm not the one to work with them. [00:14:29] Lindsey Dinneen: Sure. Yeah. [00:14:33] Mark Oreschnick: We probably won't gel in the end. [00:14:36] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. And do you find that it's partly because perhaps the idea of, the things that got you to where you are not the same skill sets that are going to get you to the next level? Is it partially just because usually that somebody who comes up with this great idea and has the passion and the vision for the company can really get it off the ground and maybe get those first rounds of investment, but then they might not possess the skill sets to get them to continue growing and scaling. Is that part of it? [00:15:10] Mark Oreschnick: That's 100%. [00:15:11] Lindsey Dinneen: Okay. [00:15:12] Mark Oreschnick: What normally it is and truly that passion in the beginning as the CEO gets your team driven. You get a lot done. It is a wonderful thing. But once you start to look at the commercialization and how do you grow a business, that creativity and passion don't directly translate. Now it's getting into nuts and bolts, black and white, a little more ruthless and you have to do what's right to make the company commercial. [00:15:43] And the, I think it's lots of times not even ego of the founder. It's the passion. It's their baby, and they don't want to give up control and worry that somebody is going to ruin it. But that's why if you move yourself out, but stay within the leadership role in a different way, you're hand in hand with the CEO and you can move the company forward together rather than having a board kick you out because you're not doing your job and then you've lost all connection to your company. [00:16:20] Lindsey Dinneen: Right. [00:16:21] Mark Oreschnick: So I look at it as a, here's a way you can grow and you can learn from that CEO so the next time you do this, maybe you are the person who can take it another step, bring in the new CEO, one step farther down and finally you'll get to be that person who runs the company from start to finish, but you got to learn it. You got to live through it and protect your baby by moving into a different seat. [00:16:46] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh my goodness. Yeah. What a challenging thing to overcome. So it's helpful that's your perspective from the start so you can help people prepare for that and that this is actually a wonderful thing. It's a growth thing. It's not a demotion. It is not a, you are any less important. You aren't. You're as still as important, but you're just moving into a role that suits you and suits what the company needs. Yeah. That's really interesting. [00:17:13] Mark Oreschnick: And there are some investors who, if they hear that day one, that you know you're the one to bring it up to a certain point and then you will transfer it that will give them more faith in you because they know that you understand where your skills are and that you need the commercialization person to move the company to sale and they're going to appreciate that. [00:17:37] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. And so with your consultancy now, can you tell me a little bit about how that came about? And then I'd also love to hear, because I know that you've started, or co-founded, a very successful networking group in Medical Alley. And I would love, if you wouldn't mind sharing just a little bit about that, because that's a really cool opportunity for people in the area. But I would just love to hear a little bit about your origin story as well. [00:18:04] Mark Oreschnick: So my origin actually started about eight years ago. [00:18:07] Lindsey Dinneen: Aha. [00:18:09] Mark Oreschnick: And the gentleman that I talked about who brought me into my first startup, we were at two different startups and he asked me if I could do a side project for him for his company to help it out. So I started Evolve Engineering. [00:18:24] Lindsey Dinneen: Okay. [00:18:25] Mark Oreschnick: And they brought me into interview to see if I was the right guy to do this project for them. And they liked my overall skill set and offered me a permanent position. So I wound up not consulting. [00:18:39] Lindsey Dinneen: Sure. [00:18:40] Mark Oreschnick: But it was something that I'd always thought, yeah, someday I'll get into this because one of the things great about startups is doing lots of short term projects. Even if your company lasts for seven years that you're there, you've jumped around a lot in it because that's what the company needed. So the idea of consulting and knowing that I'm going to be jumping around is exciting because you're always doing something new. So that got me hooked. [00:19:07] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. [00:19:09] Mark Oreschnick: And then I was with a startup and I was looking for, what do I want to do next. I knew it was time to be moving out of that startup. And I started researching consulting and got myself connected with a bunch of people. And then another company offered me a permanent position. [00:19:27] Lindsey Dinneen: Okay. [00:19:29] Mark Oreschnick: So that postponed me for about another 16 months. And then in late 2022, I made the decision that "No, it's really my passion. I want to get back helping as many startups as I can." And I just dove into it. One of my former employees became my first client. And then another group called me up of a bunch of employees that I used to work with at a different startup, and I started working with them. And then, like I'd mentioned, a doctor called me up, so I have a deal going with that company. And it's all these little pieces just coming together. And right now, I have two different companies that are submitting me for projects that they're just waiting on funding for. And someone that I connected with through this networking group. He called me up and said, "Hey Mark, in, in February, I'm going to need your help on one of my projects." So he used to be the founder of a startup. Now he's doing the exact same thing I'm doing and he's my competitor. And he called me up and said, "I want you to work with me." [00:20:37] Lindsey Dinneen: Phenomenal. [00:20:39] Mark Oreschnick: Yeah, it's good competition and those are the people that I still have around me are people I've worked with in the past or met in the past. We don't look at each other as competitors. It's, "You're going to be better at this one than me. So you take it and you'll tell me about one that I'm better at than you." So, so that's got me kind of up to today. And you had mentioned my networking group, which is called The Twin Cities Medical Device Networking Group. I was in a group pre COVID that actually died before COVID. So COVID wasn't the killer, but it made starting a new networking group a real challenge during COVID. I tried bringing the old group back. We had one event and then a new spike, and it died again. [00:21:32] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:21:33] Mark Oreschnick: So working with one of the startup accelerators that I'm involved with, I went to a medical presentation that they were having a showcase about all of their startups that they were working with, and met a gentleman named Kris Bauerschmidt. And he and I actually already had a call scheduled for the next day through a different networking group and we just happened to run into each other in person. So we started off, we did the call the next day, and I toured his company a couple weeks later. And I brought up, "Hey, I'm thinking about starting a networking group." And he said, "Oh, I'd love to be a part of that, can I help you?" And that was on Thursday, so April 29th, which was a Saturday, I started the group. And it took about 16 days to get up to 100 people. [00:22:24] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. [00:22:26] Mark Oreschnick: About another month to get to 200. And then it started slowing down a little bit. So now we're at eight and a half months since we started it, and we have almost 850 people. [00:22:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. [00:22:39] Mark Oreschnick: So it's growing basically a hundred a month. [00:22:42] Lindsey Dinneen: That's amazing. Congrats. [00:22:45] Mark Oreschnick: So each month we just post on LinkedIn, "Hey, we're doing a happy hour at this brewery." People come out, get together. We normally have around 70 people show up to each of our events and people sit around and you talk a little bit of business, you know, "Hey, what do you do for a living? What cool projects are you working on?" that type of stuff. And many of these people have now got to the point of, "So how's your son's basketball game last night?" And we've become friends and we're building relationships. Business is going to come out of that naturally because now we've actually built trust in 70 other people that we meet, and really it's probably about 150 people rotate through our events, but there's always around 70 that show up. So this 150 out of 850 is getting to be a tighter network every month. [00:23:40] Lindsey Dinneen: That's incredible. [00:23:42] Mark Oreschnick: And out of that, we wound up doing a presentation at startup week, Kris and I, for other people, we did a panel discussion on Networking 101. [00:23:50] Lindsey Dinneen: Nice. [00:23:52] Mark Oreschnick: A college brought out their entrepreneur program and we had 20 plus students from that, and it was a total of, like, 80 people showed up to hear us talking about networking. [00:24:03] Lindsey Dinneen: Nice. [00:24:04] Mark Oreschnick: And that's one of the keys in the med device industry, or actually in any industry, network, know the people you're working with. If you ever get laid off, fired, you're in transition, you instantly have a group of people to go talk to. But the big thing that we've seen in our group, lots of the people are there really just to help. [00:24:26] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:24:27] Mark Oreschnick: Much less about, "What can I get out of this," and it's, "What can I do for you?" So, it's really nice that, you know, people are saying, "Hey, let me introduce you to this recruiter. Hey, let me introduce you to this person. They might be able to help with your project." And it's much more of the giving side of things. And it gets kind of funny when you have two people who are both givers, who have are meeting for the first time and trying to talk about something, and both of them are trying to give and neither wants to receive. [00:24:59] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. [00:24:59] Mark Oreschnick: So eventually somebody has to just step out of the zone that they're in and say, "This person's honest and trying to be helpful. I need to accept that." [00:25:10] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:25:11] Mark Oreschnick: It's quite funny when you start to see these interactions of people who really network on a regular basis and are out there just to meet and help people. [00:25:21] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, that's incredible. And I love that. I love that that's the spirit of the group because I think a lot of times where networking groups can get challenging is it seems to be kind of the opposite. And it's sort of "what can I get from this group" versus "how can I give and contribute," but that's, that's such a part of who you are. In fact, you've recommended a couple of books to me that I have thoroughly enjoyed. And I wonder if you wouldn't mind telling a little bit about maybe how that philosophy has impacted even your own life and the way that you've approached your entrepreneurial endeavors and your networking endeavors. Would you like to share about that? [00:26:02] Mark Oreschnick: Sure. So, similar to the words that I was just saying. [00:26:06] Lindsey Dinneen: Yup. [00:26:07] Mark Oreschnick: I know the book she's talking about right off the bat and that is " The Go Giver" and it's tells the story of how somebody is out there trying to get sales and bugging everyone trying to get leads, trying to just close the deal, worrying about the end of the quarter. And eventually he meets a series of people who talk about being in things for the right reason, and you can't sell something to someone, someone has to want to buy from you. So you have to give them value, and then they will choose to purchase from you, because you cannot force a sale. You can't make somebody sign on that dotted line. [00:26:54] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:26:56] Mark Oreschnick: So it's all about: connect with people, meet them, figure out how you can help them. Karma's going to come back, help you in the end. And I have definitely seen that in my career, you know, like I'd mentioned earlier, somebody who is a direct competitor of me calling me up and saying, "I want you to work on my project." I was trying to help him find investors at his last company. And I didn't have any stake in the game in that, but he seemed like a really good person doing a good thing. So I wanted to help him. [00:27:30] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah! [00:27:30] Mark Oreschnick: The thing that for me about "The Go-Giver," I read it and I went, "Okay, this reinforces what I've been doing. And here's a few ways I can do it a little bit better and a little more intentionally." So I highly recommend, read the book. The guy who I founded the networking group with, I gave him a copy. He absolutely loved it. He now recommends it out on LinkedIn. The author wound up seeing that we had been recommending it to people and connected with us and commented. So, and I'm actually in another group that has about 230 people, and the first time you meet with the founders of that group, they're going to say, "You need to go by "The Go Giver" and read it." So right off the bat, that's just their first conversation. It's kind of, "If you go forward with this attitude, your business will be successful." [00:28:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:28:22] Mark Oreschnick: And then the other book, it's from the same authors and it's called, I believe, it's "The Go Giver Guide to Marriage." [00:28:28] Lindsey Dinneen: Huh. [00:28:29] Mark Oreschnick: And I actually read it while I was on my 10th anniversary with my wife in Napa. And it was again about intention. You can tell your spouse that you love them, you can tell them they're beautiful, all these things, but why are you doing that and making sure you do it with reason and not just because I should say I love you every time I walk out the door. [00:28:53] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Right. [00:28:55] Mark Oreschnick: And there are lots of really good tips in it that is just kind of, okay, I'm doing things good, but I can do it better. Here's a way to do it better. And it's the reminder of why you're in your relationship, why you love the other person. And it was a fun book to read. And the fact that I chose to do it on our anniversary weekend was a really good thing. [00:29:15] Lindsey Dinneen: Nice. [00:29:17] Mark Oreschnick: It was the right time to reinforce everything. [00:29:19] Lindsey Dinneen: There you go, folks. Life and business advice all wrapped up into one. It is a great series of books. I recently finished "The Go Giver Leader" too and that's another brilliant book. I was listening to it on audio book and I kept having to rewind so that I could take notes because I was like, there are too many amazing quotable quotes in this book. It's, [00:29:43] Mark Oreschnick: Yes. [00:29:43] Lindsey Dinneen: Highly recommend. Yeah. So just out of curiosity, looking back over your life, do you think six year old Mark could have ever imagined being where you are now? Or is this engineering and business and creativity? Has this always been a thread of your life or has this evolved over time? [00:30:07] Mark Oreschnick: So engineering and creativity, yes. The business side, no. If you would have asked six year old Mark, what he was going to be doing, I actually know the answer from my parents and I was going to be a garbage man. [00:30:20] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes! Coolest job ever! You get to hang on! [00:30:25] Mark Oreschnick: I love trucks. I loved big equipment and that part of me has never changed. I am a mechanic. I have two cars in my garage, one up on the lift, one underneath it. I'm always working on something mechanical. And that mechanical side of me, along with the creative side of me has helped me design different devices and keep that vision. And I know how things work on the inside, and now I can design something because I know the different pieces, and I can put them to use for a different reason. So one of my products was an upper arm orthotic that helped people eat and drink and do activities of daily living when they had upper limb weakness from muscular dystrophy. So I was able to watch a lady who couldn't put her, push her glasses up. She put our device on and held a bottle of water for three minutes. [00:31:19] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh. [00:31:19] Mark Oreschnick: Another lady went back to painting. [00:31:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh. [00:31:24] Mark Oreschnick: And she hadn't painted in five years since her injury. So, but it was a completely mechanical nut and bolt type system, my side of it that I worked on, and my brain just knew how to make that stuff work. [00:31:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. I love it! [00:31:41] Mark Oreschnick: That's from when I was a little kid building with Legos and working on lawn mowers and mini bikes, and it's never stopped. [00:31:49] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Sure. [00:31:52] Mark Oreschnick: The business side of things, I think it still fits with my analytical brain and, you know, you can have things in columns, things have a right way of doing it. There's a process to everything that just, so that aspect of it fits me, but no, I would have never thought of that when I was a kid. [00:32:10] Lindsey Dinneen: Sure. [00:32:10] Mark Oreschnick: It doesn't sound like fun to a six year old. [00:32:13] Lindsey Dinneen: Okay. Well, I have to nerd out for just a minute because as a, I think I was maybe a little older than six years old, but for one of my early birthdays, it would have had to have been like seven or eight, or actually for Christmas, I asked for a bunch of office supplies, because I am that nerd and so I was like setting myself up to play office ever since I was six or seven. And I would have, I had my little fake phone and my little fake receipt thing. I, it was a blast. So yeah, I, I... [00:32:48] Mark Oreschnick: And your organization skills have led through to this day. [00:32:52] Lindsey Dinneen: I know. Yeah. Yeah. All the hard play worked out in the end. It's really paid off. So anyway, you've actually shared a couple of very touching moments, even those last two stories that you shared were really sweet. And I'm wondering if there are any moments like those that kind of stand out to you as reinforcing the idea that, "Hey, you're in the right industry doing the right thing at the right time." [00:33:18] Mark Oreschnick: Yeah, they're definitely, I remember the first time that I had that moment. I had always thought once I got into medical device that I was in the right field. It fit me really well. It worked with how my brain worked. We have to do all these steps to prove everything because it's a human. We need to do the right stuff because we're dealing with people and we want to save lives, not hurt lives. But the first startup that I was in, we had a whole bunch of patient videos of interviews of patients that had used our, had our device used on them and how it affected their life. [00:33:54] And the one that I always remember, there was an older gentleman who had bad circulation in his leg and a doctor told him he needed to have a below knee amputation. And he was going to be in a wheelchair for the rest of his life. Luckily he didn't like his diagnosis and he got referred to a doctor who is using our product, and the doctor was able to go in and clear out the blockages in this gentleman's leg and get blood flowing to his foot again. So all of his sores healed, all of the swelling went away. His foot became normal again. And in a very short period of time, he went out, and golfed nine holes, pulling his bag. He walked for nine holes. [00:34:44] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh. [00:34:44] Mark Oreschnick: So he went from, "I'm going to have my leg chopped off and be in a wheelchair" to going back to the sport that he loved. And being able to actually walk, not even have to ride a cart. [00:34:56] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. [00:34:57] Mark Oreschnick: That was that moment that's kind of, "Yep, I'm where I belong." [00:35:02] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Oh my goodness. Thank you so much for sharing that. That's a powerful story and what an amazing testament to the power of medtech and being able to be a part, even play a small part, in those developments and realize that you're impacting lives. Like there's, you hear these incredible stories of, you know, even if it's just one person, which it never just is, but even if it's just one person, you change their life. That's incredible. Yeah, nothing more rewarding. [00:35:36] Mark Oreschnick: Yeah, I said, that story, I'm never going to forget. I can still picture the guy and this is 14, 15 years ago. So. [00:35:46] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. Well, so, so amazing and pivoting completely for fun. Very different. Okay. Imagine you were to be offered the opportunity to teach a masterclass on any subject you want. It can be in your industry. It doesn't have to be, but you're going to get paid a million dollars to do so. What would you choose to teach and why? [00:36:11] Mark Oreschnick: So it's actually what we've already talked about and it would be networking. My experience with networking is it can have a huge effect on your career from day one. And luckily I've always liked talking to people. So I've been networking as long as I can remember, but people always say, "it's not what, you know, it's who you know." There is a, I'm going to say that should not be a truth. And if you actually live that way, there's a little problem there, because you should get the job because of what you know, and you should not take a job because it's just who you know and you're not qualified. But as long as you are qualified for that position, the who you know is going to introduce you to so many more opportunities, and if you go into all of those relationships trying to figure out how you can help others, people are naturally going to help you. [00:37:10] But as a student, you know, one of the things from our networking one on one class, we had the student saying, "what do I have to give to people when I'm networking? I'm still in school. I just, I'm about to graduate." During the conversation, ask them the type of people they want to meet at that event. And when you're walking around talking to others, if you meet that person, bring them over and introduce them. You can be their ears and talk to more people for them. You always have something to give no matter what. [00:37:46] Maybe they have a kid who's thinking about going to school and you could talk to their kid about what school you went to. You always have something. So going out, having that attitude, but every job I have gotten throughout my career, someone has introduced me to that position. My first internship was one of my lab partners in college. " I'm doing an internship. Would you like to meet my boss?" So yeah, I wasn't networking to do that, but we were friends from a class, so it was the who I knew. [00:38:24] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:38:25] Mark Oreschnick: And every, like I said, every job has been that way. The doctors that found me on LinkedIn, they found me because of my posts about networking. [00:38:37] Lindsey Dinneen: Nice. [00:38:38] Mark Oreschnick: So direct indirect, my networking had me meet those doctors and turned into a client. [00:38:46] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:38:47] Mark Oreschnick: So it's just, it always happens. Go out, meet people, talk to them, learn how to do things out of the goodness of your heart, and it will take you a very long way in your career. And when I think of people you and I both know that we've worked with, how many relationships have those people made throughout their lives that have now become business? It's just always happening. And so, yeah, that would be my courses to, especially with young engineers, young anyone, teach them, "You're getting into industries, start networking, learn the people in your company, learn the people at your suppliers, build your network, be good." And it will help you. [00:39:34] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. And be a go giver. I love it. Yeah. I love that. That's a great idea for a masterclass and it does not surprise me at all that's what you chose. [00:39:44] Mark Oreschnick: Yeah. So during startup week, I did two classes. It was the networking and "Key Considerations When Starting a Medical Device Company." [00:39:54] Lindsey Dinneen: Nice. Yeah. That seems accurate. Phenomenal. Phenomenal. [00:40:00] Mark Oreschnick: Go to your strengths. [00:40:01] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. I love it. Yeah. Okay. How do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:40:10] Mark Oreschnick: Definitely want to be known as someone who took care of his family because family is obviously important, but within my career, I was the guy that helped. Whatever it was, I figured out a way to help people. [00:40:25] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. [00:40:26] Mark Oreschnick: So. [00:40:27] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. Absolutely. Okay. And final question. What is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:40:36] Mark Oreschnick: My daughter. [00:40:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Aww. [00:40:39] Mark Oreschnick: So, that's an easy one. I have a 17 year old daughter. And I'm the first person to have a female in my family. I'm one of three brothers. My brothers have three sons and then I have the daughter who's the youngest of all of us. So I'm thinking, "Okay, I'm Mr. Mechanical. I love working on things. I love nuts and bolts and stuff." When she was two, she grabbed a screwdriver when I was working on the refrigerator and put it on the screw. So it's kind of, okay, there's my kid. She's definitely mine. And as I've watched her growing up, she has the same analytical mind as me, likes to divide things into even sections, things must be uniform, must be organized. But as she's growing up into a young woman, she is now a member of our church's youth group and she is a mentor to all of the other students. So she goes out and works with other kids and helps them at camp and does confirmation and she's just become a really good person. So looking at her, always smile. [00:41:57] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, that's so special. Yes, and you're her up for massive success and sounds like she's just a lovely human, so. [00:42:06] Mark Oreschnick: She is. [00:42:08] Lindsey Dinneen: That's incredible. Well, this has been so much fun, Mark. I am so thankful for you and your time today. And, you know, we are so honored to be making a donation on your behalf today to Feeding America, which works to end hunger in the United States by partnering with food banks, food pantries, and local food programs to bring food to people facing hunger. And also they advocate for policies that create long term solutions to hunger. So thank you so much for choosing that charity to support and... [00:42:40] Mark Oreschnick: Thank you. [00:42:41] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Well, and thank you so much for everything that you're doing. I just wish you such continued success with your business, with your networking group as you work to change lives for a better world. [00:42:54] Mark Oreschnick: Thank you very much for having me on. I enjoyed this. [00:42:57] Lindsey Dinneen: Excellent. And thank you so much to our listeners for tuning in. And if you're feeling as inspired as I am right now, I'd love if you'd share this episode with a colleague or two and we will catch you next time. 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Have you ever considered how women can leverage their influence and resources to drive impactful changes in entrepreneurship and investing? In this episode, Marcia engages in a dynamic discussion on women's leadership, angel investing, and the power of collective action with Julie Castro Abrams. Julie is a seasoned leader in social justice and shares her journey into angel investing and how and why she created How Women Lead and How Women Invest, organizations inspiring women to make positive change.From breaking glass ceilings in corporate boards to investing in ventures with a social impact focus, Julie is at the forefront of empowering women to make a difference. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in the intersection of entrepreneurship, gender equality, and social impact, offering practical insights and inspiration for women looking to drive positive change in the investment landscape. To get the latest from Julie Castro Abrams, you can follow her below!LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-castro-abrams/https://www.howwomenlead.com/https://www.howwomeninvest.com/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

Welcome back to the Justin Prince Show. Today's episode is going to be really cool, at least for me, and I think it will be for all of you, too. Have you ever had those people in your life where it feels like you grew up with them on your journey, especially in your career? Today, we're circling back with someone who's been on that journey with me for over 15 years—Jimmy Rex. Jimmy is not just a close friend but a living testimony to the success principles we often talk about.In this episode, we dive into:The surreal feeling of watching someone grow and succeed alongside you.Real-life applications of success principles and the power of perseverance.Networking like a pro: Jimmy's tips on adding value and creating lasting relationships.The Rule of 33: Spending time with people above, at, and below your level to grow holistically.Building a supportive community and the importance of intentional friendships.Jimmy Rex has taken his life to a whole new level, inspiring many along the way. Whether you know him or not, you're in for an amazing ride. So let's get started!

In this episode of the Human Capital Lab Podcast, host Rich Douglas introduces Kimberli Jeter, head of River Wolf Group Consulting. Together, they explore the pivotal role of networking in professional success, the formation and benefit of communities of practice, and the transition from traditional employment to consulting. Jeter shares her extensive background in international development and the importance of leveraging networks for business growth. This insightful conversation highlights practical tools for consultants and the transformative potential of collaborative communities. 00:00 Introduction to the Human Capital Lab Podcast 00:27 Meet Rich Douglas and Kimberly Jeter 01:34 Kimberly Jeter's Professional Journey 04:14 The Power of Networking in Consulting 08:20 Transitioning to a Consulting Career 11:26 Joining and Benefiting from a Community of Practice 18:46 Formulating a Consulting Practice 24:48 Taking Over the Practice 25:40 The Power of Community Chats 26:19 Volunteering and Networking 27:21 Creating a Welcoming Culture 28:34 Cross-Department Dynamics 30:37 Learning from Associations 34:04 Facilitating a Community of Practice 38:19 Building a Consultant Marketplace 41:42 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Thank you for joining us on the Human Capital Lab podcast journey. We hope you found inspiration and valuable insights from today's discussions. Be sure to share this episode with your colleagues and friends, and stay tuned for our exciting new season. Remember, continuous learning is the key to unlocking the long-term potential of human capital. Connect with the Guests; Kimberli “KJ” Jeter: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlijeter/ Website: www.riverwolfgroup.com Connect with Human Capital Lab; Host: Rich Douglas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-douglas-92b71b52/ Human Captial Lab Links Website: https://humancapitallab.org/ Interested in Being a Guest? https://humancapitallab.org/podcast/ This is a Growth Network Podcasts production.

Discover the powerful networking strategies that helped build a $6 million company! Join DELO as he shares his journey and reveals the secrets to effective relationship building in both personal and professional life. Learn how to leverage networking to grow your business, create lasting partnerships, and achieve success. Perfect for entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone looking to enhance their networking skills. #NetworkingSuccess #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #RelationshipBuilding #NetworkingTips #DELOJourney Chapter Guide with Timestamps: Introduction to the Episode [00:00 - 02:00] DELO introduces the topic of networking and its importance in both personal and professional life. The Power of Relationships [02:01 - 05:00] Discussing how building strong relationships has been crucial to DELO's success. Networking in Business [05:01 - 10:00] Insights into how networking has helped DELO grow his insurance agency to $6 million in revenue. Personal Networking Stories [10:01 - 15:00] Personal anecdotes about the impact of networking, including connections from the music industry. Effective Communication Skills [15:01 - 20:00] Tips on how to communicate effectively when networking, focusing on empathy and clarity. Building and Sustaining Relationships [20:01 - 25:00] Strategies for maintaining long-term professional relationships and the importance of consistent engagement. Leveraging Social Media for Networking [25:01 - 30:00] How to use social media platforms to enhance your networking efforts and build a personal brand. The Importance of Giving Value [30:01 - 35:00] Emphasizing the importance of providing value to your network and how it strengthens relationships. Creating Networking Opportunities [35:01 - 40:00] Practical advice on creating and seeking out networking opportunities in various settings. Q&A Session and Audience Interaction [40:01 - 45:00] Answering questions from the audience and providing additional tips for successful networking. Conclusion and Key Takeaways [45:01 - End] Summarizing the main points and encouraging viewers to implement these networking strategies in their own lives.

Megan Leigh is an exceptional singer-songwriter renowned for her angelic voice and engaging rhythms. Megan's versatility in crafting harmonies and seamless blend of styles ranging from rock, indie, to soulful blues, has captivated listeners and critics alike. Her standout single 'Symphony' is a unique fusion of her folk roots and a cappella-perfected vocals, underlined by a positive outlook on the future, perfectly encapsulating the budding artist's passion for her craft. Megan shares her personal journey in the music world, providing valuable insights into overcoming challenges, the importance of networking, and the power of reflection. Takeaways:The crucial importance of networking and asking for help in the music industry.How reflection and acknowledgement of accomplishments can boost confidence and motivation.The value of community and in-person events in fostering collaboration and growth for artists.----To connect with Megan, follow her on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/itsmemeganleigh/Tune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast

Welcome to another energizing episode of the Laptop Lifestyle Lounge! I'm your host Jess Cassity and today, we're delving into the dynamic world of networking. In an era where connections are currency, mastering the art of networking is essential for success in the digital age. So, grab your virtual business cards and get ready to unlock the secrets to building meaningful connections that can propel your business forward! The Laptop Lifestyle Lounge is a Private Facebook Community to learn about online business. We will help you live the laptop lifestyle you want and become the go to in your niche with relevant marketing, relationship development, and the proven tools you need to succeed and grow your business. Our company works with brand new as well as seasoned online entrepreneurs. We are here to help you grow your online business. The Laptop Lifestyle Lounge team is here to help you get the laptop lifestyle you dream of. Are you ready to get started? Grab our Business In A Box System today! https://thelaptoplifestylelounge.com/businessinabox/ Get our Online Business Launch Kit - https://thelaptoplifestylelounge.com/launchkit/  Resources:  Check out our Freebies - https://thelaptoplifestylelounge.com/freebies/ Struggling with email content our friend Liz is the wiz when it comes to all things email - https://jesscassity--lizwilcox.thrivecart.com/email-marketing-membership/636a7bf190949/  Our Favorite Social Media Scheduling Tool - https://i.mtr.cool/YFNHLW

In this episode of “Healthy Mind, Healthy Life,” host Avik welcomes guest Michael Morgan, a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience at top companies like Amazon and Chevron. The episode delves into the importance of physical health, mental wellness, and the power of networking. Introduction of Guest: Michael Morgan, with a BS from Penn State and an MBA, has a diverse career spanning financial services, oil and gas, technology, and retail. He has authored a book titled “The Power of Networking,” available on Amazon. Discussion Highlights: Networking: Michael emphasizes the significance of maintaining professional networks, sharing personal anecdotes about how networking has opened doors for him. He highlights the importance of regular communication and genuine relationships in building a strong network. Mental Wellness: Michael advocates for mental wellness, especially in high-pressure environments. He shares his strategies for managing stress, which include physical activities like Crossfit and running, as well as meditation and therapy. Work-Life Balance: He stresses the need for creating boundaries between professional responsibilities and personal mental wellness, suggesting setting clear expectations with employers and dedicating time for self-care. Recognizing Mental Health Needs: Michael discusses recognizing signs of being overwhelmed and the importance of taking steps to address mental health, such as talking to a therapist or engaging in physical activities. Key Takeaways: Building and maintaining a professional network is crucial for career growth and opportunities. Regular communication and genuine connections are the foundation of a strong network. Physical health and mental wellness are interconnected, and both require attention and care. Creating boundaries and having a routine can help achieve a balance between professional and personal life. Recognizing and addressing mental health needs is essential for overall well-being. The episode provides valuable insights into the interconnectedness of physical health, mental wellness, and professional networking, offering practical advice for listeners to apply in their own lives.

While we've seen major shifts in the influencer and creator space over the last few years, one strategy has still stood the test of time. Networking. There is so much power in going to events, showing up, and building relationships. In today's episode, Alex Stewart joins us to share how her brand has grown and pivoted over the last few years and why she attributes a lot of her success to networking. Today's episode is brought to you by Link Whisper: Did you know that it's important to add internal links to your blog posts? You'll not only see a boost in your page views from your viewers clicking the links, you're also signaling to Google that you are an expert on this topic, which helps you rank higher. Link Whisper is the tool that will plug into your blog that will help you utilize this strategy! Head to the link below and use the code THRIVE. Try Now >> Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes! Find it Quickly 0:57 - Meet Alex of Sassy Confetti4:35 - Alex's Journey: From Marketing to Influencer Empire 11:32 - Navigating Brand Partnerships and Influencer Marketing 15:39 - The Power of Networking and Community in Influencing 23:07 - Unlocking Influencer Success: Starting Small and Networking Smart 23:31 - The Power of Local Events and Personal Connections 24:15 - Leveraging Relationships in the Influencer World 26:28 - Navigating the Challenges of Content Creation and Self-Care 32:24 - Dealing with Haters: Strategies for Mental Well-being 38:25 - Embracing Real Life: The Journey Towards Authentic Content 40:07 - Wrapping Up: The Importance of Community and Self-Care Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger Society Thrive's Youtube Channel Thrive Facebook Community Shift Episode 243: Embrace Your Influence: Social Media Therapy Session with Harley Jordan Connect with Alex sassyconfetti.com Instagram: @sassyconfetti TikTok: @.sassyconfetti ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth!  ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community! 

Join Franchise Advisor Erik Van Horn as he shares strategies for achieving franchise success. In his interview on franchise growth and success strategies, he provides valuable tips on selecting the right operations partners and the benefits of investing in franchises. Erik highlights the effectiveness of partnering with top operators in successful brands and how this strategy can accelerate business scalability.About Erik Van Horn:Erik Van Horn is a leading entrepreneur and franchise advisor with notable success in the franchising sector. He has expanded his portfolio by acquiring eight additional brands, initiated one as a franchisor, and achieved significant exits, including an 8-figure sale to private equity. Erik has also established masterminds for franchisees and franchisors, co-founded the Tribe of Investors Mastermind, and hosts the Franchise Secrets Podcast. Additionally, he co-founded Front Street Equity Partners, a private equity firm focused on enterprise value growth. Erik's dedication to empowering entrepreneurs and his visionary leadership have solidified his status as a premier advisor in franchising.Please click here to learn more about http://www.scalableFranchise.comAbout Brad SugarsInternationally known as one of the most influential entrepreneurs, Brad Sugars is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. Over the course of his 30-year career as an entrepreneur, Brad has become the CEO of 9+ companies and is the owner of the multimillion-dollar franchise ActionCOACH®. As a husband and father of five, Brad is equally as passionate about his family as he is about business. That's why, Brad is a strong advocate for building a business that works without you – so you can spend more time doing what really matters to you. Over the years of starting, scaling and selling many businesses, Brad has earned his fair share of scars. Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. But if you can learn from those who have gone before you, it becomes a lot easier than going at it alone.Please click here to learn more about Brad Sugars: https://bradsugars.com/Learn the Fundamentals of Success for free:The Big Success Starter: https://results.bradsugars.com/thebigsuccess-starter

Join Erik Van Horn as he explores various strategies for investing in franchises, emphasizing the impact of networking and the benefits of franchise investments.Make sure to tune in for the full episode!About Brad SugarsInternationally known as one of the most influential entrepreneurs, Brad Sugars is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. Over the course of his 30-year career as an entrepreneur, Brad has become the CEO of 9+ companies and is the owner of the multimillion-dollar franchise ActionCOACH®. As a husband and father of five, Brad is equally as passionate about his family as he is about business. That's why, Brad is a strong advocate for building a business that works without you – so you can spend more time doing what really matters to you. Over the years of starting, scaling and selling many businesses, Brad has earned his fair share of scars. Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. But if you can learn from those who have gone before you, it becomes a lot easier than going at it alone.Please click here to learn more about Brad Sugars: https://bradsugars.com/Learn the Fundamentals of Success for free:The Big Success Starter: https://results.bradsugars.com/thebigsuccess-starter

In this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast, host Mike Richards is joined by Vikas Jhangiani, the VP, Corporate Treasurer at Spotless Brands. They discuss Vikas' treasury career journey, his experiences in different industries, and the importance of networking and attending conferences.Vikas Jhangiani is the VP, Corporate Treasurer at Spotless Brands, a rapidly growing car wash platform in the United States. With his extensive experience in treasury and finance, Vikas brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the podcast. Listeners should tune in to gain insights into treasury career development and the impact of networking.In this episode, Mike and Vikas discuss Vikas' journey into finance and treasury, his experiences at various companies including Follett Corporation, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, CAN Insurance, and CME Group, and his current role at Spotless Brands. They delve into the importance of certifications like CTP and the role of treasury in impacting the bottom line of a company. Vikas also highlights the value of networking and attending conferences like the Windy City Summit for treasury professionals.What to Expect: Insights into Vikas' treasury career journey and experiences in different industries.The importance of certifications like CTP and their impact on career development.The role of treasury in impacting a company's bottom line.The value of networking and attending conferences for treasury professionals.Real-life examples of how Vikas has leveraged networking and conferences to bring valuable ideas and solutions to his employers.You can connect with Vikas Jhangiani on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you've recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you're enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!To subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast via:Apple

Discover Wayne's journey from working in the US Senate to becoming a luminary in marketing and real estate. Learn how Wayne's dynamic leadership led Bowe Digital to consecutive 'Best Places to Work in Indiana' awards and his recognition as a 2023 marketing leader by Housing Wire. Plus, get invaluable insights on website design, email marketing, and social media strategies straight from the expert himself! This episode's guest, Wayne Stanley, discussed his experiences in building successful businesses through networking, leadership, and culture. He emphasized the importance of valuing his network and named his business after his grandparents. It highlighted the importance of trust, leadership, and culture in building a successful business, by emphasizing work-life integration. What to expect in this episode: (0:00:00) - Introduction (0:02:29) - From Capitol Hill to Marketing Mastery (0:09:10) - Building Bowe Digital into a Marketing Powerhouse. (0:16:16) - Leading with Inspiration (0:19:26) - Navigating the Marketing Landscape. (0:20:24) - Approach to Client Relationships. (0:23:58) - Work-Life Integration: The Bowe Digital Way. (0:26:13) - Connecting with Wayne Stanley. About Wayne Stanley Wayne started Bowe Digital to provide marketing services to small businesses that needed innovative marketing content without breaking the budget. Bowe Digital works with businesses of all shapes and sizes on website creation, email marketing, social media, video and much more.Connect with Wayne StanleyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/waynemstanley/Website: https://www.bowedigital.com/Connect with Kay Suthar!Website: https://makeyourmarkagency.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-suthar-make-your-mark/Go ahead and check out my podcast https://www.makeyourmarkpodcast.com/For more info, please feel free to email me at kay@makeyourmarkagency.comFREE Gifts from Kay Suthar the Host:- 3 Ultimate Secrets to Getting Booked on Podcasts: https://getbookedonpodcast.com/- 5 Simple Steps To Launch Your Podcast in 14 Days: https://14daystolaunch.com/

Sustainable Business Transformation | Global Career | Intentional Networking | Board Member |  Empowerment | Know Your Worth | Discover the remarkable journey of Ann Rosenberg, a Denmark native now shaping the global stage from LA with over 25 years of corporate expertise in technology, sustainability, and purpose-driven endeavors.As a Senior Sustainability and Climate Advisor and Board Member, Ann co-founded the UN SDG Ambition and has dedicated her life to driving impact through initiatives that matter.  But that's not all—Ann's influence extends far beyond her corporate achievements. Listed in Mission Impact's Top 100 Women of the Future, Ann is leading the charge! In this episode, Ann unveils the secrets to leveraging your unique experiences to propel your career forward. From mastering the art of networking to setting bolder goals aligned with your mission and values, Ann's insights are gold for anyone striving for career success in today's dynamic landscape.  So, whether you're a seasoned professional looking to take your career to new heights or a budding entrepreneur eager to make your mark, this episode is your roadmap to success. Tune in now and unlock the power of networking and harnessing your unique experiences for a fulfilling and impactful career journey! Follow Ann on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-rosenberg/

Have you ever felt that networking events were more intimidating than beneficial?In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, we demystify the scary world of networking with our special guests Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears as they unravel the secrets to making authentic, meaningful connections that go beyond the exchange of business cards.In this episode, you will discover:- How to overcome the discomfort of networking events and use them as a springboard for career advancement- Strategies to build strong relationships with external stakeholders- The importance of internal networking and advocacy - Tips on following up after networking events to solidify connections Click here to check out Craig and Jodie's podcast, The Crodie Files Click here to connect with Craig on LinkedIn. Click here to connect with Jodie on LinkedIn. Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive. This will help you:- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillmentGrab your free guide here!----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: annie@wholeassistant.com

n this episode we sat down with producer and host of The Drill, ET, for an incredible conversation. We discussed everything from drip checks to the wheel of death and he even ranks his top 3 clothing brands of all time. Tons of motivation and free game in this one that you don't want to miss! Follow ET's journey on social media @E2theT

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This week's episode features Cameron Forbes, the founder of Forbes Functions, a boutique event planning company curating memorable experiences for bold brands and party people alike. We talk about her background and relationship in NYC and all about her business, Forbes Functions. Other topics include:  - Cameron talking about growing up in New York and the power of networking - Why she decided to start Forbes Functions and why her team is female led - The realities of running her own business and working in the events industry - Her love for hosting and how that blends into her personal life when it comes to personal celebrations and events - Managing mental health and self care working in a stressful environment like hospitality and events - New York Confessions Regarding Gossip Girl  Feel free to leave a positive review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoyed this episode and be sure to share this with a friend! You can also email any questions or feedback to ⁠thecityconfessions@gmail.com⁠. Cameron Forbes is the visionary founder of Forbes Functions, where exceptional event planning meets the pulse of New York City. A native New Yorker with a background in Public Relations and Design, Cameron brings a unique blend of creativity and organizational mastery to the art of event planning. Cameron's expertise includes all aspects of events including but not limited to floral design, production, tablescapes, weddings, parties and more. At Forbes Functions, Cameron leverages her extensive network of vendors as well as her female team, to curate bespoke experiences for her clients. Her flair for hosting, coupled with an innovative approach, has positioned her as a leading tastemaker in the event planning scene. Under her guidance, Forbes Functions is not just planning events; it's crafting unforgettable moments and trendsetting celebrations that resonate with elegance and exclusivity. https://www.forbesfunctions.com/ https://www.instagram.com/forbesfunctions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support

Today we talk about the true power of networking, and how to become someone who is good at meeting new people.

Insights on the Power of Networking and Prayer   In this episode of At Risk Radio, Mark Stafford and David Witt chat with Global Ambassador Michael Elin about the impactful work of global ambassadors with SOM International. Michael shares his personal journey of connecting with the Stendal family and the inspirational stories that have shaped his involvement with the Persecuted Church. Michael speaks about the power of God to preserve a remnant, citing the remarkable protection and impact of the Stendal family in the face of adversity. He emphasizes the importance of preparing the church for persecution by actively getting involved with organizations that support the Persecuted Church, highlighting the significance of prayer as a critical first step.    Tune in to discover how you can support those who risk much for Jesus and be encouraged by the amazing work being done around the world. Don't miss out on this uplifting and insightful conversation on leadership and faith.

Welcome everyone to the 34th episode of Professor P's Podcast. Welcome to this month's entrepreneurial tip. The topic for this show is NETWORKING, there is great power in your network. It is a key to the foundation of being an EMPOWERED entrepreneur and one who lives an EMPOWERED life. “Networking is an investment in your business. It takes time and when done correctly can yield great results for years to come.”—Diane Helbig According to the Oxford dictionary, networking is defined as “interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts...it's so important to network when starting a new business.” What I love is that even the dictionary states how important it is for startups to network. There are over 7 billion people on the planet, each one holding a key. Many of them have a key you need. It is important to find them and obtain the key. It is the only key that unlocks the door that you were called to walk through. Far too often, we take for granted how important people are, especially as we become even more dependent on technology. But as you will see when I address the power of human capital, we are nothing without people. When building your network, you want to think about your target market and then build a circle around them. Start by identifying who they are. Once you've accomplished that, I need you to identify where they might be, who might work with them, who might serve them. Here is an example: a large target for me is the underserved. I am here for them. So, I need to build my network with social services that care for the underserved. Then, I'm able to work with my target market and be paid for the work I do. My network needs to be built with nonprofits, county department of health and welfare, and the like. That means I need to be at networking events where underserved people will be attending. You understand? I'm making connections outside of my direct target. The same is true for you. Your homework: I want you to make a list of the important contacts in your network. These will be individuals who may provide information to you, advice, inspiration, encouragement, and the like. When you write them down, you can note what it is that you get from each person. What value does the exchange you have with them bring to your life? Then, I want you to note next to their name who introduced you to them. How was it that you met? If you introduced yourself to them, then just put “me.” In networking, there are brokers, and if you are familiar with what brokers do, they connect. In real estate, they connect buyers to sellers. My dear friend Henry Einstein, who wrote the foreword for my book Startup to Success, is a real estate broker and a powerful connector. This young man is a business genius, and he is able to not only connect buyers to sellers, but his ability to network is out of this world. Today, he has a strong network of individuals who have influence, affiliations, wealth, and power. For the purpose of this activity, the person who connected you with your contact is the broker. You are going to need to find out who your brokers are. If you see “me” appear too many times, you know that you have an inbred network. Diversity is extremely important to your network. Please make sure to build a diverse network so that you don't get caught up in group thinking. No more inbred networks! In an article titled “How to Build Your Network,” which was featured in the Harvard Business Review, Brian Uzzi and Shannon Dunlap write: “According to our studies, if you've introduced yourself to your key contacts more than 65% of the time, then you're probably building your network using the self-similarity principle and your network may be too inbred. The self-similarity principle states that, when you make network contacts, you tend to choose people who resemble you in terms of experience, training, worldview, and so on. We have found that executives, in particular, disproportionately use the self-similarity principle to build their networks. Obviously, it is easier to trust someone who views the world through the same lens you do; you expect that person to act as you would in ambiguous situations. What's more, working with people who share your background is often very efficient: You both recognize concepts that allow you to transfer information quickly, and you are less likely to challenge one another's ideas. Finally, like-minded people will usually affirm your point of view and, as a result, gratify your ego. Too much similarity restricts your access to discrepant information, which is crucial to both creativity and problem solving. If all your contacts think the way you do, who will question your reasoning or push you to expand your horizon? And because, over time, people tend to introduce their contacts to one another so that everyone becomes friends, the similarity of thought and skill reverberates, creating what we call an echo chamber.” If you don't have a network, you can build one! Start with LinkedIn. It is built for the business world, and you can start building right there. I am currently experiencing the power of LinkedIn's networking power. As I prepare for my transition to San Diego, I must build a new network there. LinkedIn has been instrumental in connecting me to super connectors and the opportunities are overflowing before me. If you don't have a LinkedIn profile, then that is also your homework. Make sure to connect with me. Outside of online social networking building opportunities you can show up to mixers and business events. Go to conference. Get out and experience what the beautiful business world has to offer you. Talk to people. Listen to people genuinely. Some final notes on networking, I want you to understand you are building trust. Therefore, you must be a trustworthy person and do right by people. Bad business, no matter how long the run, will always end in destruction. Do yourself a favor and do right by people. Make sure you are a person of your word. If you say you will do something, then do it. If you make a contact at an event and you tell them you will be contacting them, you should honor your word. You never know when you are being linked to a broker who could link you to your next big break. I need you to make networking a priority and understand it requires you to invest your time. You cannot build your business alone. Even if you are going to be a sole proprietor, you are still an empowered entrepreneur, which means you understand that you need people on your team and you need to make finding and connecting with them a priority. I want your efforts in networking to be sincere. I want you to be a person who is confident in who they are and the purpose they have to offer this world. I want you to be heart centered and understand that you have power in the position of humility. This will be instrumental in your success. And remember success is not a secret, it is a system. Remember to connect with me on social media. My handles are below. And I would love for you to subscribe, leave me a review, and share this podcast with everyone you know. Thank you in advance!  Contact with Professor P Website www.natashapalumbo.com www.calempowered.com Email natasha@natashapalumbo.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/natasha_m_palumbo/  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LdyBug LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-m-palumbo-mba-entrepreneurship-empowered/

My guest on this episode of the Ready Yet podcast is Larry Kaufman, aka Linked In Larry, who is a Regional Managing Director for Jefferson Wells USA, Global Keynote Speaker, Business Leader, and author of the Best-Selling book, The NCG Factor – A Formula for Building Life-Changing Relationships from College to Retirement.Join us as we discuss the significant impact and techniques of networking and connecting with others for personal and business growth, PLUS insightful ways to network authentically and the importance of leading with empathy. Larry reveals how an accidental meeting changed his perspective on networking, leading him to become a strategic connector. The episode explores common networking mistakes, emphasizes the need for asking good questions, and highlights the potent combination of being service-oriented and resourceful. GUEST RESOURCEShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/larrykaufmanlinkedinspeakerhttps://www.kaufman-larry.comhttps://www.facebook.com/larry.kaufman.1690 As a service based professional, you want to be out there attracting more people to your business, making more money and helping more people. But how are you supposed to get out there when you're stuck inside the daily grind of your business already out of hours in the day and days in the week? Good news. The solution is not about doing more work. It's about combining the superpower of an authentic personal brand out in front of a scalable self managing business.

In this episode, Jared shares his recent experiences and successes in the Denver music scene, emphasizing the importance of networking, venue tours, and the unexpected power of recommendations. He recounts a venue tour that turned into an unexpected performance opportunity, and how being tagged in social media posts by past clients has led to new gig inquiries. Jared also discusses the distinction between the music scene and the events scene in Denver, highlighting how his focus on building relationships within the events industry has led to significant growth in his music career. Furthermore, he touches on the strategic use of his website as a marketing tool to attract more gigs and offers insights into how musicians can leverage their online presence for career advancement.

Networking plays a crucial role in the success of any real estate investor. In this episode, Charles discusses the benefits of networking as a real estate investor. Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/  ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

Many people take opportunities to network while traveling, visiting other organizations, or on vacation. But they lose sight of the impact networking can have within the walls of their current company.Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142

This week's theme: The Power of Networking Networking is a dynamic process of building and nurturing relationships, creating a vast web of connections that opens doors […] The post The Power of Networking with Kimberli Jeter appeared first on Heather Hansen Oneill.

Ever wonder how a young professional can go from a MHA graduate of the University of Utah, a CAHME Accredited program, to a health tech industry expert and master networker?  In this episode of Master Your Healthcare Career we welcome Alex Maiersberger. Alex is a Global Principal for Health Care at SAS, the category leader in AI and Analytics.  Prior to joining SAS, Alex served in corporate strategy at sector leaders Blue Cross in North Carolina, and Geisinger Health Plan. But underlying a career growth path is something different…what he did for others.   Alex co-founded the Advancement League, and the formation of their annual event, the Young Health Leader Summit. This membership organization focuses on helping health care leaders find and align their personal mission with leading organizations through carefully curated events and retreats that start with community impact.  Alex's underlying message of being confident in yourself and your career path is essential to all. Tune in to listen to this episode now!

Maggie Olson is the Founder of Nova Chief of Staff, the premier destination for Chief of Staff education and development.In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Maggie talks about the power of networking. She walks through a hands-on network exercise, talks about how to network practically, using your c-suite vantage point, and more.Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/262Sponsor -> leaderassistant.com/nova--Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you've been eyeing? Nova Chief of Staff's course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job. Whether you want to land your dream position or level up in your current role, Nova's self-paced course gives you hands-on practice doing what Chiefs of Staff do every day.Visit leaderassistant.com/nova to secure your spot!--More from The Leader Assistant... Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership Events -> leaderassistantlive.com Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community

Have you ever found yourself shying away from challenging conversations that could potentially lead to personal or professional growth? Our newest episode is a treasure trove of insights on facing these pivotal discussions head-on. Tune in as we share the successes and hurdles of launching our self-storage units in Louisville, Kentucky, complete with innovative marketing strategies tailored to make a splash. Desmond from the Financial Freedom Mastermind Group joins us, offering his wisdom on progress and the necessary leaps outside comfort zones. Together, we dissect the significance of stepping into the thick of uncomfortable dialogues, whether it's for real estate investments or climbing the career ladder.Networking is not a buzzword; it's a gateway to unexpected opportunities, as you'll discover through our engaging tales of surprise calls from past clients and wholesalers that have led to fruitful deals. Don't miss out on Desmond's anecdote about a property deal born from a casual chat, and learn why branding yourself within your investment niche can be a game-changer. We navigate the waters of assumable mortgages and investment strategies, aiming to equip you with the knowledge to capitalize on every conversation. Whether it's a serendipitous encounter or a calculated move, this episode confirms that the real estate sphere thrives on connectivity.Finally, we plunge into the world of rental arbitrage and Airbnb management, sharing personal experiences and strategies that can elevate your investment game. From leveraging credit to building a sustainable business model, our conversation spans the essentials of selecting the right properties and nurturing landlord relationships. And for those caught in the dilemma of property management choices, we've got you covered. Discover our maintenance routines that keep our Airbnb ventures thriving and why sometimes paying more for the right team is the smartest investment. This episode is a candid, practical guide to growth for any investor looking to navigate the real estate terrain successfully.Tune in to the Ekabo Home Financial Freedom Mastermind for the latest in real estate and investing. NEW EPISODE EVERY WEDNESDAY Our Links -Financial Freedom Mastermind Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/53083... - Peer Space Host Referral Link https://www.peerspace.com/referrals/g... - AirBNB Host Referral Link https://www.airbnb.com/r/niyia41 - Ekabo Home Network (IG, Youtube, Email) https://linktr.ee/ekabohome Niyi Adewole is a licensed realtor in Georgia, brokered by EXP Realty. Feel free to reach out at Niyi.Adewole@exprealty.com if you would like to work with an investor friendly real estate agent.

In this episode, Lorene shares her journey of manifesting her dream life by embracing a strong mindset and discipline. She stresses the importance of realistic goal-setting, recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, and tapping into your unique identity to reach your target audience. Connect with LoreneWebsiteInstagramConnect with Nicole⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @workwealthandtravel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube @workwealthandtravelWebsiteBook a Discovery Call Sign up for 80+ Remote Work Job BoardsGive the Podcast a 5-Star Rating on Apple Podcasts - Thank you!

Unlock the secrets of authentic networking and building solid business relationships with Braith Bamkin, the exuberant marketing maven from Victoria, Australia. Brace, now the executive director of BNI Melbourne Central, takes us on a whirlwind tour from their early days of swapping business cards to today's landscape of connection-driven growth and referral marketing. Listen to how they harnessed the magic of core values to guide every marketing endeavor, and turned the 'Givers Gain' philosophy into a roadmap for mutual success. You'll walk away with a treasure trove of insights on how to make your business interactions not just memorable, but truly enchanting.Ever find yourself bragging about being 'busy' as if it's a badge of honor? Braith and I challenge this modern-day mantra, inviting you to redefine success through a lens of well-being. Discover the wisdom of equanimity and how a calm, poised approach to our hectic schedules can transform both your mental state and the quality of your social interactions. You're just a play button away from learning to navigate the balance between a thriving career and maintaining your peace of mind—without sacrificing the excitement of seizing life's opportunities.Just when you thought the future of marketing couldn't get any more thrilling, enter the transformative realm of AI. Braith Bamkin, with their eye always on the pulse of innovation, debunks the myths surrounding job displacement and champions the unique human element that guides AI's potential. They reveal the groundbreaking integration of technology with human ingenuity that's redefining communication strategies. By the end of this conversation, you'll be echoing Brace's personal mantra: Believing in the power of your own convictions can profoundly shape every aspect of your life. So, come along, amplify your brand, and let Brace Bamkin light up your path to success.Big news, creative pros! Your Brand Amplified is proudly sponsored by Simplified. With Simplified, effortlessly transform lengthy videos into engaging, shareable clips, and streamline your workflow with an intuitive subtitle generator. For designers, explore the AI-powered image generator, create compelling presentations, and design eye-catching YouTube thumbnails with ease. Click here for your free trial today. Are you looking to get yourself booked on podcasts, at live events, and in the press? PitchDB is the AI-driven, all in one platform you need to share your perspective with the world. Connect DIRECTLY with podcasters, event organizers, local associations, and the press to share your message with their audience. Click on the link receive a 7-day free trial plus an exclusive 20% off your subscription! As we close out today's episode, thanks to Simplified for making it possible. For all the marketers and creators out there, Simplified is your ally in effortlessly crafting on-brand content with its Design & Video AI. Discover how AI can enhance your creative process at Simplified.com. Start for free and elevate your content game. Thank you for listening, and here's to your next creative breakthrough!We're happy you're here! Like the pod? Visit our website! Check out our sponsor PitchDB! Start your trial on Simplified!

Imagine stepping behind the scenes with Mina Zandbar, a beauty industry maven with over two decades of experience, as she recounts her personal journey through the world of glamor and ethics. This episode offers an intimate glimpse into how Mina's childhood fascination evolved into a powerful advocacy for clean beauty, alongside her steadfast belief in the power of networking and mentorship. As she shares her experience with CHEIF, a network elevating women into senior leadership, we uncover the profound impact that a supportive community can have on career advancement, particularly during the unpredictable times of a global pandemic.Prepare to have the curtain pulled back on the enigmatic world of beauty marketing, as we explore the innovative strategies employed by Wella and others to captivate customers. Mina Zandbar guides us through the seismic shift towards authenticity and sustainability, dismantling traditional marketing tactics with a candid look at the increasing demand for realness in brand narratives. We dissect the fine balance between marketing acumen and honest representation, offering a treasure trove of insights for brand founders and marketers aiming to forge genuine connections with a savvy consumer base.Lastly, we step into the digital marketplace, a battleground of innovation where traditional retail giants and emerging brands alike vie for consumer attention. This conversation illuminates the strategic twists and turns of retail behemoths like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's as they adapt to the online sphere, providing a roadmap for brands to navigate the e-commerce ecosystem. Join us as we dissect the success formulas of online presence, brand awareness, and the unique allure of the physical store experience, laying out a playbook for those who seek to master the art of retailing in an increasingly virtual world.Support the showFollow The Show On All Socials Using The Tag @skincareanarchy

For this episode we spoke with Joel Thurm, a retired casting director with a riveting story. Joel's love of entertainment began in college, and soon enough he was making his mark in New York City! However, the true magic behind his success lies in casting, where his keen eye for talent shines. As the former Senior VP of Talent and Casting at NBC, Joel has been part of some of the biggest productions in Network history. His story is a humble reminder of the transformative power of persistence, and the many doors opened by networking in the industry! ------------------------------------------------------------ One on One / Next Level's Website ► https://www.oneononenyc.com/ The Heart to Heart Podcast ► https://oneonone.lpages.co/ Follow us on Tik Tok ► https://www.tiktok.com/@oneonone_nextlevel Follow us on Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/oneononenyc_la/ One on One / Next Level's Youtube ► https://www.youtube.com/@OneOnOneNextLevel

Embrace the simplicity and wisdom of mastery through repetition with our esteemed guest, Braith Bamkin, a marketing virtuoso who has turned business complexity into an art form. He shares not only his father's legacy of steadfast guidance but also the unexpected joy of connecting across continents with the power of podcasting. As we unravel Brath's insights, my own story of seizing a redundancy, venturing into the franchise world in Melbourne, and ultimately finding my voice in public speaking and writing unfolds, underscoring the transformative journey from uncertainty to discovery.Prepare to be inspired as we discuss the sheer force of setting audacious goals and the personal touch that makes marketing resonate in a digital world. Witness how Braith and I dissect the trend towards personalized engagement while considering how the red pill moment of recognizing one's true calling can forever shift the business landscape. With technology driving the way we connect, we ponder over the balance of automating customer interactions and preserving the irreplaceable human element that seals the deal in brand loyalty and success.Laughter and life lessons go hand-in-hand as we wrap up with a comical case of mistaken identity involving Braith, a rugby league star, and the intriguing rise in popularity of the name 'Brath.' This light-hearted anecdote leads us to a deeper reflection on the influence of names and the stories they carry. From parental wisdom to branding powerhouses, we cover it all, leaving you with a blend of motivation and mirth that will linger long after the episode ends. Join us for a conversation that's as enriching as it is entertaining, with a side of heartfelt appreciation for the paths we pave in business and beyond. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGive the gift of books to your loved ones. Give them a 3-month Audible subscription.Amazon will send your gift recipient an email on the day you choose along with redemption instructions, or allow you to print and give it directly based on the option you select. The gift recipient can start their Audible Premium Plus membership right away. Current Audible members will receive all credits from a redeemed gift membership at once. Their current plan will not be extended or interrupted.https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/gift-membership-detail

Welcome back! In this amazing episode, I sit down with John Drew and Jack from Bitcoin Day Naples. They discuss the upcoming Bitcoin Day Naples 2024 and the noticeable differences between last year's event and this year's. The event, which celebrates Bitcoin and crypto, has seen increased support and is taking place during a bullish market. Join me as I dive deep into the Bitcoin and crypto space and explore the stories and future of this movement. 00:00:57-00:01:08 "It's a new year, but what a great way To start off the new year and to head down to Naples, Florida, not very far from where I live, to speak at Bitcoin Day Naples." 00:04:48-00:04:58 - "It's fascinating to see everybody's level of conversation is just a little bit more excited. kind of you could say, oh, yeah, some more adoption has happened. But it seems sort of wider than that, like the types of people that we're speaking with, the sort of quality of interest from different angles." 00:05:56-00:06:07 - "You're a lot more comfortable learning about an asset when you've just lost a lot of money in it." 00:08:47-00:08:57 - "that they make literally a lifelong connection that turns into something that not only benefits them and is profitable, but also turns into good" 00:12:21-00:12:35 "Leaving California for taxe reasons." 00:17:21-00:17:32 - "There's kind of the common theme of being a community builder. So I'm like, I'm a connector. That's just what I do." 00:19:48-00:19:58 "trying to get the big ballroom on the Ritz-Carlton newly rebuilt out there on the Golden Gulf Shores. But some celebrity like moved in with some kind of wedding plan and we"